Experience UChicago Arts
From attending live theatre performances and art exhibitions to participating in workshops and open mic nights, students and the public have plentiful opportunities to immerse themselves in diverse creative expressions at UChicago. These institutions often feature work by both student and professional artists, offering inspiration and a platform for collaborative exploration. Explore the slides below to discover all the places you can experience art on the UChicago campus.
301 E Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60637
artsandpubliclife@uchicago.edu
The 10,000 square feet mixed-use arts facility now acts as a center for emerging and established artists with a gallery, artist studios, flex space, woodworking shop, and Rain Garden.
301 E Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60637
artsandpubliclife@uchicago.edu
The Arts Lawn is a shared green space designed to host a various of community-centered arts programs including film screenings, live theater and performance, outdoor music, youth education, and arts marketplaces.
5540 S Greenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
dova@uchicago.edu
(773) 753-4821
Historic building housing visual arts studios, classrooms, and faculty offices.
5560 S Greenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
visualresources@uchicago.edu
773.702.0261
CWAC Exhibitions presents student- and course-curated exhibitions in the Cochrane-Woods Art Center, home to the Department of Art History.
5535 S Ellis Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637
info@courttheatre.org
Admin Office: (773) 702-7005
Box Office: (773) 753-4472
Winner of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, Court Theatre reimagines classics to engage and inspire Chicago audiences.
6030 S Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
The Edelstone Arts Commons, located on the lower level of Edelstone Hall, features a black and white darkroom, a seminar classroom, and several small studio spaces. Together, these facilities create a hub for curricular instruction, creative research, and student-focused arts making.
1155 E 59th St
Chicago, IL 60637
773.702.8596
Academic and screening hub supporting film scholarship, archives, and public programming.
1010 E. 59th St.
Chicago, IL 60637
Beautiful Music Department managed hall within the Goodspeed building. Hosts rentals, small scale concerts.
450 North Cityfront Plaza Dr.
Chicago, Illinois 60611
info@gleachercenter.com
event@gleachercenter.com
312.464.8787
An art collection featuring over 30 artists.
1010 E 59th St
Chicago, IL 60637
Primary home for music instruction and performance, including recital halls and rehearsal spaces.
Inside Logan Center for the Arts
915 E 60th St
Chicago, IL 60637
graycenter@uchicago.edu
Research center supporting experimental, collaborative, and practice-based arts projects across disciplines.
301 E Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60637
artsandpubliclife@uchicago.edu
The Green Line Performing Arts Center is a theater venue and rehearsal space that supports the arts across Chicago’s South Side, contributing to the cultural and economic vibrancy of the Washington Park neighborhood.
1100 E 57th St
Chicago, IL 60637
Library space preserving rare books, manuscripts, and archival materials used in exhibitions and teaching.
1155 E 58th St
Chicago, IL 60637
Museum housing ancient Near Eastern and Mediterranean collections with long-term installations.
915 E 60th St
Chicago, IL 60637
logancenter@uchicago.edu
773-79-LOGAN (56426)
Interdisciplinary arts hub housing performance venues, exhibition spaces, studios, and classrooms.
915 E 60th St
Chicago, IL 60637
773.702.ARTS (2787)
maddcenter@uchicago.edu
The Media Arts, Data, and Design Center at the University of Chicago is a 20,000-square-foot collaborative space for inquiry and experimentation at this transdisciplinary crossroads.
5701 S Woodlawn Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
collegium@uchicago.edu
773.795.2329
Interdisciplinary research center hosting lectures, performances, and exhibitions at the intersection of arts and humanities.
Lorado Taft House
935 East 60th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
The Program in Creative Writing offers writers of poetry and prose an inspiring array of courses focused on the art of writing. Students can Major, Minor, or simply explore.
Various Locations
Public art on the UChicago campus enriches the academic environment by showcasing installations, sculptures, and murals that reflect diverse cultural, historical, and intellectual themes.
5811 South Ellis Avenue
Cobb Hall, 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60637
info@renaissancesociety.org
773 702 8670
Internationally renowned contemporary art institution presenting exhibitions, performances, and lectures.
5550 S Greenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
smart-museum@uchicago.edu
773.702.0200
University art museum with global collections spanning antiquity to contemporary art and robust public programming.
Chicago Critic’s Table: Apply for an eight-month paid incubator for emerging cultural critics in Chicago, building community and amplifying local voices.
Spotlight Reading Series: Attend an annual symposium celebrating Black playwrights with readings of rarely produced works.
Agora Series: Participate in public discussions with creatives and activists, connecting stage productions to social and civic themes.
Gray Sound: Learn how artists and the community engage in performance and discussion to explore the boundaries of sound.
Sidebar: Participate in an ongoing conversation series organized by the Gray Center for productive engagement with invited guests.
Family Saturdays: Enjoy free, monthly art-making and creative events for families, held at the Logan Center.
Exhibitions and Performances: Visit innovative exhibitions and attend performances.
Exhibitions: Discover thought-provoking art from Chicago and beyond in the Smart Museum’s galleries.
Family Programming: Participate in hands-on activities and special events designed for all ages.
Concert Series: Experience world-class musicians and ensembles at a variety of venues on and around campus, including free and ticketed shows.
Thanks to special partnerships with top Chicago cultural institutions, the ArtsPass program offers free and discounted admission to over 20 museums—from art to scientific inventions—as well as access to riveting performances at more than 25 cinemas, theaters, and music venues.